phuchka

When the pandemic left their family in a financial crunch, siblings Debjyoti and Jyotirmoyee Saha started ‘Phuchkawala’ in Kolkata to serve over 25 varieties of stuffed phuchkas.

“When people have to choose between dying of disease or starvation, they choose the former. There is no other option for us, even if it means exposing ourselves.”

From spicy street treats to austere vegetarian delicacies, here's a list of must-try foods that define Kolkata's vibrant culinary culture. How many have you tried yet? #FoodSecrets #MustRead

When it comes to mouth-watering varieties of street food in India, Kolkata is a winner.

While pani puri's flavour-packed, comfortingly familiar taste has a huge fan following across India, the fascinating story of its origin remains unknown to most Indians.